Global Particle Physics Excellence Awards

Introduction Inconel 718 is a nickel-based superalloy extensively used in aerospace and other critical engineering applications due to its excellent high-temperature strength, creep resistance , and corrosion resistance. Despite these advantages, its poor machinability poses serious challenges, including excessive cutting forces , rapid tool wear , and inferior surface quality when using conventional machining. Ultrasonic Vibration-Assisted Machining (UVAM) has gained significant attention as an advanced manufacturing approach capable of addressing these issues by introducing controlled high-frequency vibrations into the cutting process. This research focuses on understanding how different UVAM vibration axes influence the machining performance of Inconel 718. Challenges in conventional machining of inconel 718 The machining of Inconel 718 using conventional methods is hindered by its high hardness, strong work-hardening behavior, and low thermal conductivity. These properties lead...

Introduction The Best Extension Activity Award underscores the transformative power of research when it extends beyond academic boundaries into society. Research-driven extension activities translate scientific knowledge into practical applications, ensuring that discoveries benefit communities, industries, and public institutions. By integrating research outcomes with outreach and engagement, this award highlights how scholarly work can directly contribute to societal well-being, innovation, and inclusive development. Research-to-Society Knowledge Transfer Effective extension activities are grounded in robust research that is communicated clearly to non-academic audiences. Through workshops, public lectures, policy briefs, and demonstration projects, researchers ensure that evidence-based knowledge informs decision-making and everyday practices. This research-to-society transfer strengthens public trust in science while maximizing the real-world relevance of academic investigatio...

Introduction Fractatomic physics represents a novel extension of conventional atomic physics by exploring how quantum systems behave in non-integer, fractal-dimensional spaces . Unlike standard Euclidean environments, fractal spaces alter the scaling laws that govern atomic stability, electron confinement, and wavefunction behavior. By treating fractal dimensionality both as a theoretical generalization and a physically realizable laboratory framework, this research opens a new paradigm for understanding atomic structure, quantum stability, and emergent phenomena beyond classical dimensional constraints. The study positions fractal space as a powerful lens through which foundational principles of quantum mechanics can be re-examined and expanded. Ehrenfest Instability in Fractal Dimensions A central research focus is identifying the critical threshold of fractality at which Ehrenfest atomic instability arises. At this point, the Schrödinger equation governing a single-electron ato...

  Introduction The year 2025 represented a defining milestone for NDT—Journal of Non-Destructive Testing , reinforcing its role as a globally recognised research platform in non-destructive evaluation . The strategic update of the journal’s title strengthened its scholarly identity, improved discoverability, and clarified its mission for researchers and practitioners worldwide. This transformation aligned closely with international research agendas, particularly the ICNDT Strategic Plan , positioning the journal as a catalyst for harmonised, high-impact research that supports global safety, innovation, and scientific visibility. Strategic alignment and global research vision A central research-driven achievement of 2025 was the journal’s alignment with global strategic frameworks, notably the ICNDT Strategic Plan and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 9 . By emphasising resilient infrastructure and innovation, the journal promoted research that integrates scientific ...

  Introduction Alumina (Al₂O₃) reinforced copper matrix composites have attracted significant attention in advanced materials research due to their unique combination of high electrical and thermal conductivity , good ductility , and excellent wear resistance . These properties make them highly suitable for demanding applications in the electronic industry , rail transit systems , and thermal management components . However, achieving strong interfacial bonding between ceramic reinforcements and the copper matrix remains a major challenge. The inherent non-wetting behavior of Al₂O₃ with copper and the mismatch in thermal expansion coefficients often lead to weak interfaces, which can degrade mechanical, thermal, and tribological performance. Addressing these interfacial issues is critical for unlocking the full potential of Al₂O₃/Cu composites. Interfacial Challenges in Al₂O₃/Cu Composites The performance limitations of Al₂O₃ reinforced copper composites are primarily rooted in...

Introduction Electromagnetic pumps have emerged as reliable solutions for transporting electrically conductive liquids without mechanical contact , making them highly suitable for industrial, medical, and scientific environments . By eliminating conventional moving parts, these pumps reduce wear, contamination, and maintenance requirements. The present research focuses on an electromagnetic diaphragm pump driven by the interaction between time-varying magnetic fields and a permanent neodymium magnet embedded in a flexible diaphragm. Special attention is given to thermal behavior , as temperature variations strongly influence electromagnetic efficiency, material properties, and overall pumping performance. Electromagnetic diaphragm pump working principle The pump operates through electromagnetic actuation, where alternating currents supplied to electromagnets generate oscillating magnetic fields. These fields interact with the embedded permanent magnet, producing periodic diaphragm...